Network Traffic Lead, Advertising

Job Description

Paramount Advertising seeks a Network Traffic Lead to ensure that commercials are scheduled to achieve competitive separation on product and advertiser level; receive equitable rotation, and deliver per client guidelines inclusive of pod positioning, program restrictions, separation, mix, etc. This role is fully remote.
• Collaborate with Pricing & Inventory, Sales, and Programming to strategically schedule weekly inventory
• Work with S&P on competitive issues, creative restrictions, kid-vid compliance, and provide reports as requested per team
• Update sales on potential clearance issues and send pre-empted bin reports daily
• Build and run program/traffic formats in accordance with the P&I/Programming/Media Planning teams agreed upon capacities.
• Provide feedback when capacities do not match grids and work with all teams to update accordingly
• Provide the Broadcast center with final logs including all elements (programming/commercials/promo's/graphics).
• Requires confirmation from the Broadcast center that the file was received in full and times out prior to signing off for the day
• Update post log data for billing in recon
• Ensure live linear addressable air within their windows inclusive of live, day-of changes
• Perform quality control checks on logs to avoid scheduling conflicts
• Serve as point of contact for after-hour issues and implement urgent changes as needed (in accordance with management)
• Complete Afterburner and ADO optimization for all logs
• Responsible for all of the above items for 2-3 Paramount/BET property networks
• Expected to have an in-depth knowledge for all Paramount/BET property networks due to fluid coverage/network responsibility

Basic Qualifications:
• 3+ years working experience in media or equivalent preferred
• Proficient in PowerPoint, Word and Excel
• Experience with Wide Orbit preferred

Additional Qualifications:
• An Associate degree or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Program Tracking System & E-log experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail, work ethic and excellent judgment
• Focused on achieving objectives and adept at handling multiple responsibilities efficiently in a fast-paced work environment.
• Dedicated customer service skills

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $60,000.00 - 65,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gxme3j-18-207-255-67-42 in your application.